Your heart is the prime mover in your body. A healthy heart is the cornerstone of a healthy life. Many studies have tied the health of your ears to the health of your cardiovascular system. Your ears can be a window into the overall health of your heart. The connections between heart and hearing health…

Need to boost your mood? Check your hearing. Here’s why: Hearing loss is linked to a greater risk of depression in adults of all ages, especially in 50 to 69 year olds. But studies show treating hearing loss can boost quality of life. People with hearing loss who use hearing aids are less likely to…

Yes! Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) is completely preventable. All of us should understand the hazards of noise and how to practice good hearing health in our lives everyday. To protect your hearing, remember these three words: Walk, Block and Turn: – Walk away from loud sounds. – Block noise by wearing earplugs or other hearing protective devices when involved…

If you think that a hearing loss will end your social life, think again. It’s more than possible to have a happy dating life with hearing loss. Hearing aids allow you to live fully without affecting your favorite activities. If dating is one of those activities, why should you sacrifice dating for hearing loss? Your…

According to the World Health Organization, more than one billion teenagers and young adults around the world are at risk of hearing loss with to exposure to unsafe noise levels. Loud entertainment activities, such as nightclubs and concerts are part of the problem, and a new study from the Netherlands confirms it — only a…

Summer is typically a season of fun and outdoor exuberance. But there are hazards in the summer sun, including hearing hazards. Here are seven summer activities that can cause damage to your hearing. Be aware and avoid their dangers. Fireworks displays From Memorial Day to Labor Day in the U.S., fireworks light up the summer sky.…

Special, regular care is required to ensure that your hearing aid functions properly. Dr. Dena will show you how to check yours for best performance. Every device is different, and some, such as the in-ear Lyric, are virtually maintenance-free. Ask the doctor how you can obtain the necessary items and information for effective maintenance. Here…

It’s technically referred to as acute external otitis or otitis externa, but most of us know it as Swimmer’s ear, an infection of the outer ear canal. The infection is called swimmer’s ear because it frequently develops due to water remaining in the ears after swimming. This damp environment can promote microbial growth. Swimmer’s ear…

For many people, grabbing a cotton swab and diving into the ear canal is the accepted method of ear cleaning. You may have the best of intentions, but you’re likely doing more harm than good. And although earwax may make you feel unclean, it actually has nothing to do with personal hygiene. Earwax is vital…